Sea Global
Director of Procurement
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Director of Procurement
Sector: Public Sector Procurement
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)
Salary & Package: £95,000 + benefits
Sea Global are delighted to be partnering with a highly respected procurement organisation operating within the Social Housing sector to recruit a Procurement Director.
This is a senior leadership opportunity to join the Executive Management Team and play a pivotal role in shaping procurement strategy, driving business growth, and leading the delivery of compliant procurement solutions for housing providers across the UK.
They are looking to speak with experienced procurement leaders who combine strong public sector procurement expertise with commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and a passion for delivering value across the housing and construction sectors.
Please see details below and don't hesitate to reach out to discuss further:
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead the procurement function, delivering compliant procurement strategies, Frameworks, DPS, and Dynamic Markets across construction, asset management, and professional services.
- Oversee end-to-end public sector procurement activity, ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and Public Contracts Regulations.
- Provide strategic procurement advice and support to members, managing complex sourcing projects and contract awards.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team while driving continuous improvement, governance, and procurement best practice.
- Build strong relationships with members, stakeholders, and the supply chain to maximise commercial value and service delivery.
- Contribute to business strategy, procurement innovation, and organisational growth as a member of the Executive Management Team, deputising for the COO when required.
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- Significant senior procurement leadership experience within the Social Housing, Construction, Asset Management, or a wider Public Sector environment.
- Proven experience delivering complex regulated procurement programmes, frameworks, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
- Strong understanding of construction procurement, asset management, contract forms, pricing models, and commercial delivery.
- Demonstrable experience leading, developing, and motivating high-performing procurement teams.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence Executive teams, Boards, members, and external supply chain partners.
- Commercially astute with strong analytical, financial, and strategic planning capabilities.
- Experience developing procurement policies, governance frameworks, and best practice processes.
- Degree qualified (or equivalent experience), with significant relevant procurement and commercial leadership experience.
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